Membrane Filtration Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)

Membrane Filtration Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)


Key Factors Driving Market Growth Include Water Contamination, Desalination Initiatives, and Expanding Food & Beverage Industry

The global membrane filtration market, vital for water treatment and purification, achieved a remarkable revenue of US$ 23 billion in 2024. By the end of 2032, the market is anticipated to surge to US$ 41 billion. Several factors contribute to this upward trajectory, including the growing need for water purification, government initiatives in water treatment, and investments in desalination plants worldwide.

The rising demand for water filtration arises from industrialization, urbanization, and population growth, leading to the contamination of freshwater sources. Water scarcity issues stem from the release of contaminated water by industrial and manufacturing units, necessitating enhanced water filtration and desalination capacity. Governments are pressuring chemical companies to develop advanced water treatment technologies, fostering investments in membrane filtration systems.

Desalination Initiatives Drive Growth

Desalination plants are becoming increasingly prevalent as freshwater scarcity worsens. Advances in desalination technology have made it a viable option for providing drinking water. Although treating saltwater remains costly, the falling costs are making it a more attractive option with environmental considerations that need addressing. Investment in desalination plants presents significant opportunities for membrane filtration system suppliers.

Challenges and Regulatory Measures

The membrane filtration industry faces challenges related to the high consumption of raw materials, supply-demand fluctuations, and environmental regulations. Finding low-cost alternatives to traditional materials used in water filtration is an ongoing exploration. Irreversible fouling in polymeric microfiltration membranes, resulting in increased trans-membrane pressure, poses maintenance challenges and cost implications. Stringent environmental regulations in many countries add to market complexities.

Country-wise Insights
• The United States' Membrane Filtration Dominance

In the membrane filtration market, the United States holds a leading position in North America and is expected to maintain strong growth. This is driven by the importance of clean water in the healthcare and food industries. Membrane filtration is crucial for various water treatment applications, including pre-treatment for systems like reverse osmosis.


• Germany's Growing Membrane Filtration Market

Germany's membrane filtration market is on the rise, with key players like Koch Membrane Systems and Merck KgaA expanding their presence. These companies are investing in new products and technologies, such as INDU-COR™ HD, to meet the increasing demand for membrane filtration systems.


• India's Thriving Membrane Filtration Market

India's membrane filtration market is experiencing substantial growth, particularly due to the expanding food and beverage industry. With the food sector expected to reach new heights, the membrane filtration market in India is flourishing as a vital component of this growth.

Competitive Landscape

The membrane filtration market is highly fragmented, with several companies competing in filter production. To meet consumer demands and expand their customer base, companies are actively pursuing mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, and launching new products.

Key Market Players

Some of the prominent companies in the global membrane filtration market include,
• LG Chem
• Pall Corporation
• Koch Membrane Systems Inc.
• Merck KGaA
• SUEZ (Degremont)
• DuPont Water Solutions (DuPont De Numours)
• GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft
• Evoqua Water Technologies
• The 3M Company
• Veolia Waters Technologies
• Hydranautics (Nitto Denko Corporation)
• Synder Filtration, Inc.
• Pentair plc.
• DIC Corporation
• Sartorius AG
• Asahi Kasei Corporation
• Pervatech B.V.

Key Segments Covered in Membrane Filtration Industry Research

Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type:
• Ultrafiltration
• Microfiltration
• Nanofiltration
• Chromatography
• Reverse Osmosis

Membrane Filtration Market by End User:
• Wastewater Treatment
• Healthcare
• Food & Beverage
• Others

Membrane Filtration Market by Region:
• North America Membrane Filtration Market
• Latin America Membrane Filtration Market
• Europe Membrane Filtration Market
• South Asia Membrane Filtration Market
• East Asia Membrane Filtration Market
• Oceania Membrane Filtration Market
• Middle East and Africa (MEA) Membrane Filtration Market

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1. Executive Summary
1.1. Global Membrane Filtration Market Snapshot
1.2. Future Projections
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Regional Snapshot, by Value and Volume, 2023
1.5. Analyst Recommendations
2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations
2.2. Market Dynamics
2.2.1. Drivers
2.2.2. Restraints
2.2.3. Market Opportunities
2.3. Value Chain Analysis
2.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
2.5. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
2.5.1. Supply
2.5.2. Demand
2.6. Impact of Ukraine-Russia Conflict
2.7. Economic Overview
2.7.1. World Economic Projections
2.8. PESTLE Analysis
3. Price Analysis, 2018 – 2023
3.1. Global Average Price Analysis, by Filter Type/ End User, US$ Per Unit, 2018 – 2023
3.2. Prominent Factor Affecting Membrane Filters Prices
3.3. Global Average Price Analysis, by Region, US$ Per Unit
4. Global Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
4.1. Global Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
4.1.1. Key Highlights
4.1.1.1. Ultrafiltration
4.1.1.2. Microfiltration
4.1.1.3. Nanofiltration
4.1.1.4. Chromatography
4.1.1.5. Reverse Osmosis
4.2. Global Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
4.2.1. Key Highlights
4.2.1.1. Wastewater Treatment
4.2.1.2. Healthcare
4.2.1.3. Food & Beverage
4.2.1.4. Others
4.3. Global Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Region, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
4.3.1. Key Highlights
4.3.1.1. North America
4.3.1.2. Europe
4.3.1.3. Asia Pacific
4.3.1.4. Latin America
4.3.1.5. Middle East & Africa
5. North America Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
5.1. North America Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
5.1.1. Key Highlights
5.1.1.1. Ultrafiltration
5.1.1.2. Microfiltration
5.1.1.3. Nanofiltration
5.1.1.4. Chromatography
5.1.1.5. Reverse Osmosis
5.2. North America Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
5.2.1. Key Highlights
5.2.1.1. Wastewater Treatment
5.2.1.2. Healthcare
5.2.1.3. Food & Beverage
5.2.1.4. Others
5.3. North America Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1. Key Highlights
5.3.1.1. U.S. Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.2. U.S. Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.3. Canada Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.4. Canada Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
5.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
6. Europe Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
6.1. Europe Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.1.1. Key Highlights
6.1.1.1. Ultrafiltration
6.1.1.2. Microfiltration
6.1.1.3. Nanofiltration
6.1.1.4. Chromatography
6.1.1.5. Reverse Osmosis
6.2. Europe Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.2.1. Key Highlights
6.2.1.1. Wastewater Treatment
6.2.1.2. Healthcare
6.2.1.3. Food & Beverage
6.2.1.4. Others
6.3. Europe Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1. Key Highlights
6.3.1.1. Germany Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.2. Germany Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.3. U.K. Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.4. U.K. Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.5. France Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.6. France Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.7. Italy Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.8. Italy Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.9. Turkey Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.10. Turkey Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.11. Russia Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.12. Russia Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.13. Rest of Europe Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.14. Rest of Europe Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
6.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
7. Asia Pacific Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
7.1. Asia Pacific Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.1.1. Key Highlights
7.1.1.1. Ultrafiltration
7.1.1.2. Microfiltration
7.1.1.3. Nanofiltration
7.1.1.4. Chromatography
7.1.1.5. Reverse Osmosis
7.2. Asia Pacific Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.2.1. Key Highlights
7.2.1.1. Wastewater Treatment
7.2.1.2. Healthcare
7.2.1.3. Food & Beverage
7.2.1.4. Others
7.3. Asia Pacific Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1. Key Highlights
7.3.1.1. China Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.2. China Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.3. Japan Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.4. Japan Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.5. South Korea Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.6. South Korea Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.7. South Korea Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.8. India Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.9. India Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.10. Southeast Asia Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.11. Southeast Asia Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.12. Rest of Asia Pacific Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.13. Rest of Asia Pacific Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
7.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
8. Latin America Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
8.1. Latin America Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.1.1. Key Highlights
8.1.1.1. Ultrafiltration
8.1.1.2. Microfiltration
8.1.1.3. Nanofiltration
8.1.1.4. Chromatography
8.1.1.5. Reverse Osmosis
8.2. Latin America Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.2.1. Key Highlights
8.2.1.1. Wastewater Treatment
8.2.1.2. Healthcare
8.2.1.3. Food & Beverage
8.2.1.4. Others
8.3. Latin America Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1. Key Highlights
8.3.1.1. Brazil Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.2. Brazil Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.3. Mexico Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.4. Mexico Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.5. Argentina Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.6. Argentina Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.7. Rest of Latin America Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.8. Rest of Latin America Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
8.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
9. Middle East & Africa Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
9.1. Middle East & Africa Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.1.1. Key Highlights
9.1.1.1. Ultrafiltration
9.1.1.2. Microfiltration
9.1.1.3. Nanofiltration
9.1.1.4. Chromatography
9.1.1.5. Reverse Osmosis
9.2. Middle East & Africa Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.2.1. Key Highlights
9.2.1.1. Wastewater Treatment
9.2.1.2. Healthcare
9.2.1.3. Food & Beverage
9.2.1.4. Others
9.3. Middle East & Africa Membrane Filtration Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.1. Key Highlights
9.3.1.1. GCC Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.1.2. GCC Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.1.3. South Africa Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.1.4. South Africa Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.1.5. Egypt Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.1.6. Egypt Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.1.7. Nigeria Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.1.8. Nigeria Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.1.9. Rest of Middle East & Africa Membrane Filtration Market by Filter Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.1.10. Rest of Middle East & Africa Membrane Filtration Market by End User, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Million Units), 2018 – 2031
9.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
10. Competitive Landscape
10.1. Filter Type vs End User Heatmap
10.2. Company Market Share Analysis, 2023
10.3. Competitive Dashboard
10.4. Company Profiles
10.4.1. LG Chem
10.4.1.1. Company Overview
10.4.1.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.1.3. Financial Overview
10.4.1.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.2. Pall Corporation
10.4.2.1. Company Overview
10.4.2.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.2.3. Financial Overview
10.4.2.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.3. Koch Membrane Systems Inc.
10.4.3.1. Company Overview
10.4.3.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.3.3. Financial Overview
10.4.3.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.4. Merck KGaA
10.4.4.1. Company Overview
10.4.4.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.4.3. Financial Overview
10.4.4.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.5. SUEZ (Degremont)
10.4.5.1. Company Overview
10.4.5.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.5.3. Financial Overview
10.4.5.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.6. DuPont Water Solutions (DuPont De Numours)
10.4.6.1. Company Overview
10.4.6.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.6.3. Financial Overview
10.4.6.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.7. GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft
10.4.7.1. Company Overview
10.4.7.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.7.3. Financial Overview
10.4.7.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.8. Evoqua Water Technologies
10.4.8.1. Company Overview
10.4.8.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.8.3. Financial Overview
10.4.8.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.9. The 3M Company
10.4.9.1. Company Overview
10.4.9.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.9.3. Financial Overview
10.4.9.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.10. Veolia Waters Technologies
10.4.10.1. Company Overview
10.4.10.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.10.3. Financial Overview
10.4.10.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.11. Hydranautics (Nitto Denko Corporation)
10.4.11.1. Company Overview
10.4.11.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.11.3. Financial Overview
10.4.11.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.12. Synder Filtration, Inc.
10.4.12.1. Company Overview
10.4.12.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.12.3. Financial Overview
10.4.12.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.13. Pentair plc.
10.4.13.1. Company Overview
10.4.13.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.13.3. Financial Overview
10.4.13.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.14. DIC Corporation
10.4.14.1. Company Overview
10.4.14.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.14.3. Financial Overview
10.4.14.4. Business Strategies and Development
10.4.15. Sartorius AG
10.4.15.1. Company Overview
10.4.15.2. Product Portfolio
10.4.15.3. Financial Overview
10.4.15.4. Business Strategies and Development
11. Appendix
11.1. Research Methodology
11.2. Report Assumptions
11.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations

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